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July 17, 2018

Low Cut Connie frontman Adam Weiner describes how he and his bandmates are staying busy touring and recording -- even if that means doing those things simultaneously. Weiner also talks about what helps him get motivated to give his all at every show.

Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie talks about the band's evolution and the uplifting power of music

Adam Weiner of Low Cut Connie talks about the band's evolution and the uplifting power of music

Mary Lucia • Jul 17, 2018

Low Cut Connie frontman Adam Weiner describes how he and his bandmates are staying busy touring and recording -- even if that means doing those things simultaneously. Weiner also talks about what helps him get motivated to give his all at every show.

Happy 50th birthday, 'Yellow Submarine'!

Happy 50th birthday, 'Yellow Submarine'!

Jay Gabler • Jul 17, 2018

The Beatles' movie 'Yellow Submarine' was released 50 years ago today. Watch Brian Oake and Jay Gabler discuss the film's groovy legacy, and enter for a chance to win a DVD and CD.

Coffee Break: World Emoji Day

Coffee Break: World Emoji Day

Anna Reed • Jul 17, 2018

Today is World Emoji Day - an unofficial holiday celebrated on July 17 that recognizes Shigetaka Kurita, a Japanese designer that developed the tiny graphic images in 1999. For today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear that mention a particular emoji?

Today in Music History: Remembering Ron Asheton

Today in Music History: Remembering Ron Asheton

Jul 17, 2018

The Beatles released 'All You Need Is Love'; John Coltrane passed away; Simple Minds made their live debut; Virgin Records signed Keith Richards to a solo deal; Bono received the French government's highest cultural honor; and Ron Asheton was born, Today in Music History.

Music News: Watch J. Mascis sing Tom Petty karaoke

Music News: Watch J. Mascis sing Tom Petty karaoke

Jay Gabler • Jul 17, 2018

Today's top music news stories include J. Mascis singing Tom Petty karaoke, Pussy Riot storming the World Cup, and the death of Frank Sinatra's first wife.

The Jayhawks perform in The Current studio

The Jayhawks perform in The Current studio

Mary Lucia • Jul 16, 2018

Just days after the release of their latest album, 'Back Roads and Abandoned Motels,' the Jayhawks stopped in The Current studio for a session hosted by Mary Lucia.

Music on TV this week: Beth Ditto; Jim James; Beck; Brandi Carlile; Janelle Monae

Music on TV this week: Beth Ditto; Jim James; Beck; Brandi Carlile; Janelle Monae

Luke Taylor • Jul 16, 2018

Artists heard on The Current are frequently featured on TV programs, and we've gathered the listings in one convenient place for you. See the complete listings, and find performance videos as the week progresses. You can also subscribe to receive the week's schedule in your inbox.

ABBA: a Swedish perspective

ABBA: a Swedish perspective

Luke Taylor • Jul 16, 2018

In the same week as the Ordway launches its production of 'Mamma Mia!' and the film 'Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again' is released, Swedish-born ABBA fan Martin Bertilsson shares a number of facts and stories about the band in a series of videos for The Current.

Huey Lewis’s favorite Prince song is ‘Diamonds and Pearls,’ and other things we learned at the Starkey Gala

Huey Lewis’s favorite Prince song is ‘Diamonds and Pearls,’ and other things we learned at the Starkey Gala

Jeyca Maldonado-Medina • Jul 16, 2018

The Starkey Hearing Foundation’s So the World May Hear Awards Gala draws celebrities of all kinds to St. Paul’s RiverCentre every year. Although Lin-Manuel Miranda had to drop out due to a scheduling conflict, attendees at yesterday’s gala still included music legends like Alice Cooper, Gloria Gaynor, and Paul Williams. The Starkey Hearing Foundation is…

Coffee Break: Songs for France

Coffee Break: Songs for France

Anna Reed • Jul 16, 2018

France is celebrating today as they are the champions of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, winning 4-2 against Croatia yesterday in the final match of the series. So for today's 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs do you want to hear from French artists?

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